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Hydro excavation vs. foundation drilling comes down to one question: are you uncovering what's already in the ground, or building something new into it? Hydro excavation carefully removes soil around existing infrastructure. Foundation drilling creates engineered holes for new structural work. Both work below grade, but they're built for different outcomes.

Every bridge, highway overpass and tall building starts below ground. Foundation drilling is how crews build that starting point. A foundation drill rig bores a deep hole, the crew reinforces it and fills it with concrete, and the finished pile keeps the structure above from sinking or shifting.

If you’re in need of a new drilling rig, look no further than Blaze Equipment. The HPM 125 drill rig is the ideal machine for all of your foundation, rathole, and landfill drilling needs. Read on to learn more about what makes the HPM 125 drill rig the best in its class in terms of easy permitting, maximum rotary torque, and tooling capabilities.

Winter brings unpredictable challenges for foundation drill rig operations – often forcing workers to face worksite stressors that result in downtime, equipment malfunctions, and safety risks. Whether you’re up against icy grounds, freezing temperatures, or slippery surfaces; outfitting your equipment and crew for the winter can help your operations avoid hitting a standstill.

As you probably already know, Kelly bars are an essential piece to your Kelly drill rig configuration. And since Kelly drilling remains one of the most utilized drilling methods, these bars go through quite a bit of stress, wear, and tear, which means they are prone to failure if you don’t keep up with maintenance. While Kelly bars always require professional repair and maintenance at some point, there are a few easy things you and your team can do to keep your inventory in tip-top shape for as long as possible. Read on to learn the top maintenance tips for Kelly bars you can do on your own.

Hydraulic Performance Machines, or HPM, manufactures foundation drill rigs with the latest advancements in drill technology. Their machines offer drill rig operators highly customizable options and industry-leading performance. Thanks to HPM’s modular design, drill rig operators can tailor their rig to handle various drilling applications.